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Superior Masonry Orlando installs commercial brick veneer in Orlando, FL for curtain walls, framed structures, and panelized systems. We work with architects and engineers to ensure anchors, ties, and control joints meet design and code. Our teams deliver consistent appearance and weather resistant performance on large facade projects.
Superior Masonry Orlando provides professional commercial brick veneer throughout Orlando, FL, Florida and the surrounding area. Our licensed, insured crew delivers safe, clean, on-time work with a free estimate before anything begins. Call (689) 220-1534 or request your free quote.
Commercial Brick Veneer for Orlando Businesses
If you manage a commercial property in Orlando and want the look of full brick without the weight, commercial brick veneer can be a smart solution. Superior Masonry Orlando designs and installs engineered veneer systems that meet Florida codes, handle central Florida storms, and still fit your project budget and schedule.
We work on retail centers along Colonial and International Drive, medical offices near the hospitals, mid-rise office buildings, warehouses, schools, and hospitality projects. Many of these structures are concrete block, tilt-up panels, or structural steel, and brick veneer lets owners upgrade curb appeal or meet brand standards without rebuilding the whole exterior.
Commercial brick veneer is not a one-size-fits-all product. You can choose traditional modular brick, thin brick panel systems, or anchored veneers with a full air space. We match the system to your building height, structural design, and exposure to wind and rain. Our team coordinates with your architect or engineer so the veneer details, control joints, and support angles work with the building frame instead of fighting it.
Because we focus on Orlando and the surrounding counties, we are familiar with local AHJ requirements, coastal and inland wind speed maps, and the way our heat and humidity affect masonry. That regional experience helps us recommend brick types, anchors, and moisture control details that actually hold up here, not just on paper.
How Commercial Brick Veneer Systems Are Built
Every project with Superior Masonry Orlando starts with a site visit. We look at your existing structure, measure elevations, confirm wall construction (CMU, cast-in-place, or steel stud framing), and identify existing issues like hairline cracks, water staining, or efflorescence. From there we review drawings or create basic elevation sketches so you can see where brick veneer will be added, how corners and parapets will be handled, and how we will tie into existing finishes.
Once the layout is confirmed, we help you choose the system type:
• Anchored brick veneer over CMU or concrete, usually with a 1 to 2 inch air space, continuous flashing, and weep systems.
• Thin brick veneer on metal panels or cement board substrates, often used on upper floors where the structural frame cannot carry traditional brick weight.
• Hybrid systems where the first level uses full brick veneer for durability at pedestrian level and upper floors use lighter thin brick or panelized veneer.
During installation, we start with substrate preparation. For CMU or concrete, we clean and, if needed, parge rough areas. For stud walls, we verify sheathing, weather barrier, and continuous insulation are properly installed and fastened. Then we install corrosion resistant brick ties or veneer anchors at the spacing required by the engineer and Florida Building Code.
Flashing is installed at base-of-wall, window heads, slab edges, and shelf angles, with carefully placed weeps to allow moisture to drain from the veneer cavity. Around openings, we coordinate with your window or storefront contractor so that the water management layers link together instead of creating leak points. Only then do we start laying brick or attaching thin brick panels, checking coursing and bond patterns as we go so your elevations line up cleanly around corners and across long facades.
Design Options, Brick Choices, and Detailing
Commercial brick veneer in Orlando is not limited to red running bond. Superior Masonry Orlando helps you design a façade that fits your brand and the surrounding neighborhood. For shopping centers along busy corridors, we often mix brick colors and textures to break up long elevations. For medical or office buildings, owners tend to prefer clean, uniform brick with subtle accent bands and soldier courses at window heads.
You can choose from:
• Modular, queen, or utility size brick to change the scale of the façade.
• Smooth, wirecut, or tumbled textures depending on how contemporary or traditional you want the building to feel.
• Thin brick veneers that replicate your existing building brick when doing additions or matching new tenant build outs.
Detailing matters more than most owners realize. We can add projecting brick bands, pilasters, and recessed panels without significantly increasing cost if these features are planned early. At storefronts, we adjust sill heights and bond patterns to align with aluminum framing. At parapets, we design cap details that reduce staining and leaks, which is important with the heavy rain we see in afternoon thunderstorms.
Color selection is also influenced by Orlando’s sun exposure. Very dark bricks can show efflorescence and heat buildup more quickly. We talk through these tradeoffs and can show you local projects we have completed so you can see how certain brick colors and mortars look after a few years in our climate.
Cost Drivers, Local Conditions, and Common Problems
Owners often ask what drives the cost of commercial brick veneer. From our experience in the Orlando market, the main factors are wall height, structural support requirements, system type, and detailing. A low single story veneer over CMU with simple running bond will cost less per square foot than a four story mixed system with shelf angles, expansion joints at tight intervals, and complex corner conditions.
Structural steel and shelf angles are usually one of the big line items, especially on retrofits. Where possible, Superior Masonry Orlando works with your structural engineer to minimize the number of shelf angles or to align them with floor lines so they can be supported efficiently. On existing buildings, we sometimes use lighter thin brick systems to avoid overloading older frames and to reduce the need for reinforcement.
Our climate introduces specific challenges. Constant sun, daily rain in the summer, and high humidity can amplify minor detailing mistakes. Common issues we see when we are called to troubleshoot other contractors’ work include missing or blocked weeps, poorly lapped flashing, ties spaced too far apart, and lack of movement joints. These can show up as white efflorescence streaks, leaks at window heads, cracked mortar, or bulging veneer panels.
When we install, we address these problems at the source. We maintain proper air space, ensure mortar droppings are controlled, and inspect flashing before brickwork covers it. For renovations, we may open test sections of veneer, clean or replace corroded anchors, add new weeps, or install surface sealers in very exposed conditions. We explain each option with cost and disruption impacts so you can make informed decisions that balance budget and long term durability.
What Orlando Owners Should Know Before Hiring
Commercial brick veneer is a long term part of your building envelope, so choosing the right contractor for your Orlando project matters. Ask for specific experience with commercial brick veneer systems, not just residential masonry. Superior Masonry Orlando can show you completed retail, office, and institutional projects around the metro area and provide references from property managers and general contractors.
Verify that your mason is comfortable working with engineers and architects on shop drawings, details, and RFIs. On multi story buildings along corridors like I 4 or near the attractions, wind loads and code inspections are strict, and the veneer system must be documented and coordinated. We regularly prepare layout drawings, anchor schedules, and mockups to satisfy both design teams and building officials.
You should also confirm how the contractor will handle staging and access. For active shopping centers or medical offices, we phase work to keep entrances open and coordinate lift locations around parking and deliveries. We plan noisy or dust producing tasks during off hours when possible and maintain barricades and signage so visitors can safely navigate the site.
Before signing a contract, ask to see product data on the veneer anchors, flashing, and brick being proposed, not just the square foot price. We walk clients through these submittals and highlight any substitutions so you know exactly what is going on your building. Finally, ask about warranty and post completion support. We stand behind our workmanship and are available to return for inspections, minor touch ups, or to help diagnose issues that may show up as the building settles or as new penetrations are added for signage or mechanicals.
